Iji

About

Iji mixes platforming with shooting and strategy in a sci-fi setting. You play as a character with enhanced abilities navigating large levels filled with hidden routes and boss fights. Each decision impacts the story through shifting dialogue and events. A leveling system lets you boost seven different stats while choosing between combat or nonviolent solutions. The game encourages exploration with secret areas and alternate outcomes based on your actions. The adaptive narrative and branching scenarios set this apart. Take down enemies with their own weapons or disable nanotechnology to solve conflicts. While some 2008 reviews note uneven pacing, the core loop of exploring layered environments and customizing playstyles remains engaging. The freedom to roleplay as a pacifist or warrior adds replay value.